Root debuts new certified Developer Community Program


Root, an end-to-end digital insurance platform, has announced the launch of a certified developer community programme that aims to enhance scalability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The programme has been designed to support in-house developers at insurance businesses, directly addressing the pressing need to upskill coders, giving them the opportunity to become Root Certified Engineers and be […]

UK P&I Club appoints Richard Offord as Chief Executive of Singapore Branch


The UK P&I Club, a provider of protection and indemnity insurance to the global shipping industry, has announced the appointment of Richard Offord as Chief Executive of its Singapore Branch, effective 1 December 2024. Offord succeeds Yiah Soon Ng (YS), who is retiring after more than 27 years of leadership at the Singapore office. He […]

AM Best assigns A- ratings to Fed Re with stable outlook


Global credit ratings agency AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) to Fed Re Ltd. (Fed Re) (Bermuda), with a stable outlook. According to AM Best, the ratings reflect Fed Re’s balance sheet strength, which the agency assesses as strong. The agency also […]

New Orleans community hoping to find escaped rescue dog before Thanksgiving


Scrim the rescue dog has become a familiar sight to some in New Orleans, as his face has been plastered on missing posters more than once. The well-known rescue dog has escaped once again, but recent sightings give people hope he’ll be home again soon. Kati Weis has the story.

What do we know about the violent threats against Trump's administration picks


The FBI is investigating multiple threats made against some of President-elect Donald Trump’s administration picks like Susie Wiles, Pam Bondi, Howard Lutnick and others. CBS News political reporter Libby Cathey has more on the attacks and the Trump transition.